distention

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She said the the new trial had aimed to establish if the cancer could be diagnosed earlier for women with persistent symptoms, such as bloating, stomach pain and distention.

From BBC • May 15, 2023

Patients’ symptoms often are severe — fatigue, abdominal distention, swollen legs and general feelings of malaise.

From New York Times • Mar. 4, 2023

No question the stunning development of Poole has broadened the floor and meant even more distention for panting defenses.

From Washington Post • May 3, 2022

I was experiencing tremendous headache, nausea, abdominal distention making it harder to breath.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2020

In many cases the distention of the stomach by a heavy meal, especially if the heart has been rendered sensitive by the taking of stimulants, will have the same effect.

From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)